Peter Amanya and our guide in the safari van
Buyaga Safaris
- Located In:
- Size:
- 5-10 employees (Founded in 2017)
- Member Of:
- UTB & AUTO MEMBER
- Tour Types:
- Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
- Destinations:
- Price Range:
- $450 to $1,000 per person per day (USD, excl. int'l flights)
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Reviews
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Email Eva Nuwenhoud | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Great organization, fantastic company
Everything was really well arranged for my tour. I kind of booked last minute (3 weeks before arriving), but Peter made sure he also arranged the items I did not even look into yet. What I really enjoyed was the combination of luxury and community lodges on the road. It was not Peter, but Derrick who went with me as a guide and he was wonderful company. I learned a lot about the country, the culture and Africa in general. I would (and I do) absolutely recommend this company.
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Email T Garcia | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Communicative, knowledgeable, kind, funny!
I highly recommend booking with Buyaga Safaris! Our trip was an absolute dream. Peter was so communicative with us from the start and made everything very easy by answering any questions we had. Our trip was amazing and we had no complaints at all. The lodges were all beautiful with exceptional views and great food. We saw so many different animals throughout our time in Uganda, including 3 leopards! I would book with Peter’s company again in a heartbeat and go all over again if I could.
Amazing experience in good company and secure hands - and we saw leopards!
Travelling with Buyaga Safaris was really fantastic. From the beautiful places we stayed in, to the activities and food. Everything was perfect and we saw gorillas, lions, leopards, eagles and elephants among so many others. The company thinks ahead and plans well to make sure all the arrangements are in place for you on arrival at every destination or activity. The boss is called Peter and his care, consideration and concern for your wellbeing means you are in really good hands. Peter himself is friendly and fun to be with and as a guide, he will fill you in on the local customs, some of the history and up to date circumstances of the country, which add flavour to the information from the rangers and guides about the wonderful flora and fauna all around. I can say that my journey with Buyaga was amazing and I am already looking forward to next year’s trip! Thank you.
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Email Anna C | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
An unforgettable experience
Peter, the director of Buyaga Safaris was extremely helpful leading up to the trip and very communicative. He even organized for a birthday cake as a surprise for my husband’s birthday. All of our accommodations were beautiful and memorable in their own ways and of course the gorilla trekking was one of the most amazing things we have ever done. Alex was our guide for the 5 day trip and he was so easy to get along with and so knowledgeable about the whole trip and locations where we traveled. He kept us on time and helped make the most out of all of the activities we had lined up. Alex answered all of the questions we had and his driving skills are most excellent. We felt very comfortable and safe in his hands. If you are considering a safari with Buyaga, feel confident that you will have a wonderful and memorable experience. We strongly felt that the value was great for the money we spent and would do the whole thing over again in a heartbeat.
Email Nabila | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
A lifelong dream come true :)
I have been wanting to see the gorillas for many years, with my last attempt being in March 2020...
Luckily I was able to come to Uganda again and searched for reputable operators to help me achieve this. Peter's company quickly stood out as just that - and boy did he deliver!
Peter is a knowledgeable and friendly guide. I travelled alone and often requested changes to the day's plans which he went above and beyond to accommodate. He has a wealth of local knowledge and loads of anecdotes that make the road trips extra-special.
Everything was very well organised, down to the comfort breaks which is a nice touch, especially if travelling as a female alone. The activities were
The lodges (Bakiga; Birdnest Bunyonyi and Elephant Hab) were excellent: great facilities, good food and friendly service, as well as breathtaking views at each lodge, which was wonderful.
The activities were well planned and occurred with no surprises nor delays.
Peter was a delight to travel with, easy to talk with and just lovely to be in his company and learn about Uganda, off the beaten track.
If you are looking for a well organised trip at competitive rates, Peter is the one to contact!
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Email Carles Zamora | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Perfect host in Uganda
We first did a trip to Bwindi and Queen Elizabeth for 4 days. Peter is really charming and makes you feel comfortable at any time. The information you receive is clear and the lodges and activities are carefully chosen. As we enjoyed it very much, me decided to do another trip with him, this time a 2-day trip to Murchison Falls and it was also amazing. Very recommendable and wishing Peter very good luck.
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Email Vinith Kevin | 20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Trip of a lifetime!
Peter was an amazing guide and he really pays attention to the smallest detail to ensure our trip was the best experience for us. It was our honeymoon and at several locations, Peter went out of the way to arrange romantic candle light dinners, our favorite one being by the Nile. We preferred having the local food and Peter made sure we had fresh, local food prepared for us at every stay. We felt extremely safe and confident traveling cross country. We enjoyed our time in Uganda so much that we extended our trip to a month! Peter was so cool about showing us around the city too, taking us to the offbeat, local pub and club experiences. The beauty of Uganda really came to light at such moments, with its rich music and laid back lifestyle. It really surprised us how untainted the country is, neither by mass consumerism nor an active social media presence.
Thank you so much for a memorable trip Peter, we have earned a true friend from Uganda
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Email Nora Gotzmann | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Rewarding and personalised safari experience in Murchison
We had a wonderful experience travelling with Peter from Buyaga Safaris. We took the 3-day trip from Kampala to Murchison, including the Ziwa Rhino sanctuary, game drives in Murchison and a memorable boat cruise up the Nile river to see the falls from below. From our earliest booking inquiry we found Buyaga Safaris most helpful and reliable to communicate with and offering a very reasonable price for the trip. With only two of us travelling, Peter provided a flexible and personalised itinerary, as well as sharing many interesting local insights with us along the way. Walking with the rhinos was a once in a lifetime experience and the morning game drives in Murchison rewarded with a beautiful sunrise and spotting of elephants, lions, buffalo herds, giraffes, hippos and numerous types of antelope. We also especially enjoyed staying at Murchison River Lodge, an eco-friendly and thoughtfully put together place right next to the Nile, great food, accommodation and service. Would definitely recommend this trip to other travellers.
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Email Aubrebourg Carine | 35-50 years of age | Experience level: over 5 safaris
My best safari in africa, amazing 8 days for ever in my memories
I am a french woman solo traveller and it was my 8 Safari in Africa, i like the wildlife so much...i chose buyaga safari compagny and i don't regret it. I booked for 8 days and i lived a dream. Everything was perfect, the accomodations, food, the games drive, the car, everything was very well organized...but i thank you Peter the manager, it is a very good and honest person and he does his best for you , to satisfied you, to have a successful safari and safe trip, good driver...we saw many animals and close, lions, many elephants in queen elisabeth, crocodiles, giraffes , many hippo, birds, monkeys, gorillas, chimpanzee...and with my phone i have very good pictures. Peter have many contacts and choose good accomodations. I chose the cheapest quote and it was buyaga safari, everything was clear for the rate, the itinerary, all other compagnies they overcharged for me their quotes, that is why i recommend buyaga, very clear, honest, reliable..you will be not disappointed
Best safari operator I’ve been with
I’ve been on a few safaris in and out of Africa and Peter was the best guide I have ever had.
Peter genuinely cared and had an interest in the animals, the environment and other cultures. He was great to chat to and always made us feel comfortable. Peter was very professional and passionate as well.
We travelled with Peter on our honeymoon and he made us both feel very safe and at ease.
The Safari itself was really good, seeing everything that we wanted and more. Peter pulled out all of the stops in order to make sure we had an incredible wildlife experience. All of the rangers, hoteliers and staff knew Peter and received him well.
The vehicle was comfortable and clean. It was perfect for the safaris we went on. The air con was able to be put on for the entire journey as well which made for a comfortable travel. Water was always on hand as well.
The accommodation selected was very good with great food, service and comfortable beds.
Throughout the booking process and pre trip time, Peter was more than happy to answer questions and help with anything with a speedy response.
I really wouldn’t look anywhere else other than Buyaga Safaris. I don’t think I ever saw Peter without a genuine smile. He clearly loves what he does.